50 Cute Halloween Crafts For Kids

Halloween crafting is the easiest way to turn an ordinary afternoon into something magical (and a little spooky).

To keep things simple, you’ll notice a few staples pop up often, like washable paint, googly eyes, glue sticks, and kid-safe scissors.

1. Puffy Paint Ghost Art

Soft, squishy-looking ghosts that pop right off the page—perfect for little kids who love messy fun.

Supplies

• 1 pack black cardstock
• 1 can white shaving cream
• 1 bottle white school glue
• 1 kids paint brush set
• 1 pack googly eyes

Directions

1. Pour white glue and shaving cream into a bowl using equal amounts.
2. Mix until it looks like fluffy frosting and holds its shape.
3. On black cardstock, lightly sketch a ghost shape (or freehand it).
4. Use a brush to “paint” the mixture inside the ghost outline, making swirly texture for extra puff.
5. Add googly eyes while still wet, then let dry flat overnight.

2. Paper Plate Jack-o’-Lantern Mask

A cheerful pumpkin face kids can decorate any way they want—cute, goofy, or “spooky silly.”

Supplies

• 2 large paper plates
• 1 orange washable paint
• 1 black marker
• 1 kid-safe scissors
• 1 elastic string

Directions

1. Paint one paper plate orange and let it dry.
2. Draw triangle eyes and a smiley or toothy mouth with a black marker.
3. Cut out the eye holes and mouth shapes using kid-safe scissors.
4. Poke a hole on each side of the plate.
5. Tie on elastic string, adjust to fit, and knot securely.

3. Googly-Eyed Pom-Pom Monsters

Tiny fuzzy creatures that are adorable on desks, shelves, or as party favors.

Supplies

• 30 colorful pom-poms
• 1 googly eyes assortment
• 1 pack pipe cleaners
• 1 bottle tacky glue

Directions

1. Pick a pom-pom “body” and decide how many eyes your monster needs.
2. Glue on 1–5 googly eyes and press for a few seconds.
3. Cut pipe cleaners into short pieces for arms, legs, or antennae.
4. Poke ends gently into the pom-pom and add a tiny dot of tacky glue to hold.
5. Let dry, then stand them up or group them together like a “monster family.”

4. Handprint Spider Keepsake

A classic craft that always turns out cute—especially with wiggly legs and big eyes.

Supplies

• 1 black washable paint
• 1 pack white cardstock
• 1 pack googly eyes
• 1 washable markers set

Directions

1. Paint your child’s palm and fingers with black washable paint.
2. Press one handprint onto white cardstock.
3. Press the other handprint next to it, angled slightly outward, so the fingers look like legs.
4. Let it dry completely.
5. Add googly eyes to the palm area and draw a smile or fangs with washable markers.

5. Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Garland

This one looks amazing at night—little floating ghosts that actually glow.

Supplies

• 20 glow-in-the-dark paper sheets
• 1 black marker
• 1 kid-safe scissors
• 1 roll string
• 1 glue stick

Directions

1. Draw simple ghost shapes on glow paper (rounded top, wavy bottom).
2. Cut out the ghosts with kid-safe scissors.
3. Draw faces with a black marker—mix surprised, happy, sleepy expressions.
4. Fold a small tab at the top of each ghost and glue it around string.
5. Charge under a lamp or sunlight, then hang for glowing spooky vibes.

6. Candy Corn Mosaic Collage

A bright, easy craft that’s perfect for practicing patterns and color blocks.

Supplies

• 1 pack white cardstock
• 1 pack construction paper
• 1 set glue sticks
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Draw a large candy corn outline on white cardstock.
2. Cut tiny squares or torn pieces from white, orange, and yellow construction paper.
3. Glue yellow pieces at the bottom, orange in the middle, and white at the top.
4. Fill gaps by overlapping pieces slightly like a mosaic.
5. Let dry, then trim around the outline for a clean shape.

7. Foam Sticker Monster Frames

A Halloween photo frame kids can decorate like a silly monster around their favorite picture.

Supplies

• 1 pack foam sheets
• 1 set foam stickers
• 1 glue sticks
• 1 kid-safe scissors
• 1 set small photo prints

Directions

1. Cut a rectangle from foam sheet and cut a smaller rectangle window in the middle.
2. Glue your photo to the back so it shows through the window.
3. Add monster details around the frame using foam stickers (eyes, teeth, spikes).
4. Layer extra foam pieces to create 3D eyebrows or horns.
5. Let it set, then prop it on a shelf or add a magnet to display.

8. Tissue Paper Pumpkin Suncatcher

Bright orange pumpkins that glow in the window like little stained-glass decorations.

Supplies

• 10 sheets orange tissue paper
• 1 pack black construction paper
• 1 roll clear contact paper
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Cut a pumpkin outline from black construction paper, leaving a thick border.
2. Cut out the inside so you have a pumpkin “frame.”
3. Place the frame on sticky-side-up contact paper.
4. Tear orange tissue paper into small pieces and stick them inside the pumpkin area, overlapping for depth.
5. Seal with a second piece of contact paper, trim, and hang in a sunny window.

9. Paper Bag Bat Puppet

An easy puppet that’s perfect for pretend play—kids love making the wings flap.

Supplies

• 6 paper lunch bags
• 1 black construction paper
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 glue sticks
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Turn a paper bag so the flap is on top (that becomes the face).
2. Cut bat wings from black paper with scalloped edges.
3. Glue wings onto the sides of the bag.
4. Add googly eyes and small paper fangs on the flap.
5. Let dry, then slide your hand inside and make the bat “talk.”

10. Witch Hat Cupcake Liner Collage

Bright, layered witch hats that look adorable on a classroom wall display.

Supplies

• 50 black cupcake liners
• 50 orange cupcake liners
• 1 purple construction paper
• 1 glue sticks

Directions

1. Flatten a black cupcake liner for the hat base.
2. Cut a triangle from purple paper for the hat top.
3. Glue the triangle onto the liner so it looks like a hat sitting on a brim.
4. Flatten an orange liner, cut a strip, and add it like a band.
5. Make a tiny buckle from paper or draw it on with marker.

11. Salt Dough Pumpkin Ornaments

Little pumpkins that dry hard—perfect to hang on a fall tree or gift to grandparents.

Supplies

• 1 orange acrylic paint
• 1 green acrylic paint
• 1 paint brush set
• 1 roll twine

Directions

1. Make salt dough using 2 parts flour, 1 part salt, and 1 part water; mix until smooth.
2. Roll dough about ¼-inch thick and cut pumpkin shapes with a cookie cutter.
3. Poke a small hole at the top for hanging (a straw works great).
4. Bake at low heat until fully dry, then cool completely.
5. Paint orange, add grooves with a darker shade, and paint a green stem.
6. Thread twine through the hole and tie a loop.

12. Popsicle Stick Haunted House

A mini “spooky cottage” kids can decorate with windows, doors, and cute ghosts.

Supplies

• 100 popsicle sticks
• 1 school glue
• 1 washable paint set
• 1 glitter glue

Directions

1. Lay popsicle sticks side by side to form a rectangle wall; glue two sticks across the back to hold it together.
2. Make a second wall, then create a roof by gluing sticks into two triangles.
3. Glue walls upright and attach the roof pieces once stable.
4. Paint the house black, purple, or gray using washable paints.
5. Add windows, a door, and “glowing” accents with glitter glue, then let dry fully.

13. Q-Tip Skeleton Painting

A surprisingly cute skeleton made with dot painting—great for fine motor practice.

Supplies

• 100 Q-tips
• 1 white washable paint
• 1 pack black cardstock

Directions

1. Pour a small puddle of white paint onto a plate.
2. Use a Q-tip to dot a skull circle near the top of black cardstock.
3. Dot a spine line downward, then add ribs by dotting curved lines on each side.
4. Make arms, legs, and hands with dotted “bone” segments.
5. Let dry, then add a tiny bow tie or hat with marker if you want it extra cute.

14. Paper Roll Mummy

A toilet paper roll mummy that looks adorable lined up on a mantle.

Supplies

• 12 toilet paper rolls
• 1 white crepe paper streamers
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 glue stick

Directions

1. Cut crepe paper into strips.
2. Put a dot of glue at the top of the roll and press the end of a strip to start.
3. Wrap strips around the roll, crisscrossing and leaving small gaps like “bandages.”
4. Glue the end of each strip so it doesn’t unravel.
5. Add googly eyes peeking out between strips and let set.

15. Stained Glass Black Cat

A sleek cat silhouette with colorful “glass” sections that looks amazing in a window.

Supplies

• 1 black construction paper
• 1 assorted tissue paper
• 1 clear contact paper
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Cut a cat silhouette from black paper with a thick border.
2. Cut out sections inside the cat (like big shapes on the body) to create “windows.”
3. Place the silhouette on sticky-side-up contact paper.
4. Fill openings with torn colorful tissue paper.
5. Seal with another sheet of contact paper, trim, and hang.

16. Paper Plate Candy Corn Spinner

A spinning candy corn wheel that’s bright and fun for little hands.

Supplies

• 2 paper plates
• 1 pack paper brads
• 1 washable paint set
• 1 single hole punch

Directions

1. Paint one plate in candy corn sections: yellow bottom, orange middle, white top.
2. On the second plate, cut a large triangle “window” so you can see the colors behind it.
3. Layer plates and use a hole punch to make a center hole.
4. Connect with a paper brad so it spins.
5. Turn the top plate to “reveal” different candy corn angles.

17. Monster Slime Jar (Kid-Friendly)

Bright slime with spooky mix-ins that kids can customize into their own “monster potion.”

Supplies

• 1 clear school glue
• 1 liquid starch
• 1 food coloring set
• 1 Halloween confetti
• 6 slime containers

Directions

1. Pour clear glue into a bowl.
2. Add a few drops of food coloring and stir until vibrant.
3. Mix in a pinch of Halloween confetti.
4. Add liquid starch a little at a time, stirring until it starts pulling from the sides.
5. Knead until it’s stretchy (add a tiny bit more activator if too sticky).
6. Store in containers.

18. Felt Candy Corn Bookmark

A sweet little bookmark kids can use all fall long.

Supplies

• 1 felt sheets pack
• 1 fabric glue
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Cut a tall candy corn shape from white felt.
2. Cut an orange middle band and yellow bottom band from felt.
3. Glue bands onto the candy corn base using fabric glue.
4. Optional: add a tiny face with marker or a small felt bow.
5. Let dry completely before using in books.

19. Sticker Pumpkin Patch Scene

Perfect for toddlers—stickers create an instant “pumpkin patch” masterpiece.

Supplies

• 1 Halloween stickers pack
• 1 large paper pad
• 1 washable markers set

Directions

1. Draw a simple hill and a few pumpkin vines on paper using markers.
2. Let kids place stickers to create pumpkins, cats, ghosts, and bats.
3. Add extra details like stars, moon, and “wind swirls.”
4. Write a cute title at the top (kid picks the name!).

20. Cupcake Liner Spider

A fun 3D spider made from cupcake liners with curly legs.

Supplies

• 20 black cupcake liners
• 1 pack black pipe cleaners
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 tacky glue

Directions

1. Stack two cupcake liners to make a fuller spider body.
2. Cut pipe cleaners into 8 legs.
3. Glue legs between the liners so they stick out from the sides.
4. Curl legs around a marker to make them springy.
5. Add two googly eyes and let dry.

21. Painted Rock Jack-o’-Lanterns

Little pumpkin rocks that look adorable on a porch step or in a garden.

Supplies

• 12 smooth rocks
• 1 acrylic paint set
• 1 paint brush set
• 1 black paint pen

Directions

1. Paint rocks orange and let dry.
2. Add a green stem and little vine curls.
3. Draw faces using a black paint pen for crisp lines.
4. Add white highlights on eyes for extra cuteness.
5. Let dry completely before displaying.

22. Bubble Wrap Printed Pumpkins

So satisfying: bubble wrap makes the perfect pumpkin texture.

Supplies

• 1 roll bubble wrap
• 1 orange washable paint
• 1 white paper pad

Directions

1. Cut a palm-sized piece of bubble wrap.
2. Paint the bubble side with orange paint using a brush.
3. Press onto paper to make a textured pumpkin “stamp.”
4. Repeat to make a patch of pumpkins in different sizes.
5. Once dry, add stems and faces with marker if you want.

23. Glow Stick Bracelet Monsters

Neon monsters that look amazing at night (and double as wearable fun).

Supplies

• 50 glow stick bracelets
• 1 googly eyes assortment
• 1 clear tape

Directions

1. Activate glow bracelets and connect into circles.
2. Make “eyes” by taping googly eyes onto small loops of tape (sticky-side-out).
3. Attach eyes to the glow bracelet so they stick out like a funny creature.
4. Add extra bracelets for antennae or legs if you want a bigger monster.

24. Halloween Handprint Wreath

A cute door decoration made of colorful kid handprints.

Supplies

• 1 orange construction paper
• 1 black construction paper
• 1 purple construction paper
• 1 glue sticks

Directions

1. Trace hands on orange, black, and purple paper and cut out lots of handprints.
2. Cut a large cardboard or paper circle base with a hole in the center.
3. Glue handprints around the circle, overlapping like leaves.
4. Add a paper bow or “Boo!” sign in the middle.
5. Hang on a door with ribbon or tape.

25. Spiderweb String Art (Kid Version)

A simple weaving craft that looks like a web—no nails needed.

Supplies

• 1 paper plate pack
• 1 hole punch
• 1 white yarn
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Punch holes evenly around the rim of a paper plate.
2. Cut out the center circle so you have a ring.
3. Tie yarn to one hole and start weaving across to different holes.
4. Keep crisscrossing and looping around the ring to build a web.
5. Tie off at the end and trim yarn.

26. Paper Strip Pumpkin (3D)

A fun 3D pumpkin that looks extra cute sitting on a table.

Supplies

• 1 orange construction paper
• 1 green construction paper
• 1 mini brads
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Cut orange paper into 8–10 strips (about 1 inch wide).
2. Stack strips and punch a hole at both ends.
3. Use a mini brad to connect one end of all strips.
4. Curve strips outward and gather the other ends together; secure with another brad.
5. Add a green stem and curly vine strip at the top.

27. Thumbprint “Boo” Ghosts

Tiny thumbprint ghosts that are ridiculously cute and fast to make.

Supplies

• 1 white washable paint
• 1 black fine tip marker
• 1 orange cardstock

Directions

1. Paint your thumb with white paint.
2. Press thumbprints onto orange cardstock.
3. Let dry, then draw tiny eyes and mouths with a fine tip marker.
4. Add a little “Boo!” speech bubble above one ghost.

28. Witch Potion Bottle Art

A colorful potion label craft that looks like real “witchy” apothecary decor.

Supplies

• 1 white cardstock
• 1 watercolor set
• 1 black marker

Directions

1. Draw a bottle shape with a black marker.
2. Write a silly label: “Frog Fizz,” “Glow Goo,” or “Pumpkin Puff.”
3. Paint inside the bottle with bright watercolors—add ombré stripes or swirls.
4. Add bubbles and sparkles with marker dots and stars once dry.

29. Yarn-Wrapped Mummy Craft Stick

A mini mummy on a stick that’s cute as a puppet or decoration.

Supplies

• 50 craft sticks
• 1 white yarn
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 tacky glue

Directions

1. Glue one end of yarn to the top of a craft stick.
2. Wrap yarn around the stick, crisscrossing to look like bandages.
3. Glue down the end so it doesn’t unravel.
4. Add googly eyes peeking through the yarn and let dry.

30. Paper Plate Frankenstein

A classic green monster face that turns out cute no matter what.

Supplies

• 1 pack paper plates
• 1 green washable paint
• 1 black construction paper
• 1 glue sticks

Directions

1. Paint a paper plate green and let dry.
2. Cut hair and eyebrows from black paper and glue on.
3. Add stitches with marker, plus a big smile or goofy teeth.
4. Optional: add paper “bolts” on each side of the face.

31. Bat Handprint Art

Handprints become wings—simple, sweet, and always a hit.

Supplies

• 1 black washable paint
• 1 white cardstock
• 1 googly eyes

Directions

1. Paint both hands and press them onto cardstock with palms near each other (fingers pointing outward).
2. Let dry completely.
3. Add a bat body in the center with paint or marker.
4. Glue on googly eyes and draw tiny fangs.

32. Halloween Countdown Paper Chain

A cute chain kids can tear daily leading up to Halloween night.

Supplies

• 1 construction paper pack
• 1 glue sticks
• 1 washable markers set

Directions

1. Cut paper into strips.
2. Write numbers on strips (counting down to Halloween).
3. Loop and glue into a chain, alternating orange/black/purple.
4. Hang and tear one link each day.

33. Mini Felt Ghost Plush (No-Sew)

A soft little ghost that’s cute on desks and easy for kids to assemble with glue.

Supplies

• 1 white felt sheets
• 1 fabric glue
• 1 polyfill stuffing
• 1 black fabric marker

Directions

1. Cut two matching ghost shapes from felt.
2. Glue around the edges, leaving a small opening at the bottom side.
3. Push in a small amount of stuffing to make it puffy.
4. Glue the opening closed and press until set.
5. Draw a cute face with a fabric marker.

34. “Eek!” Halloween Banner Letters

Big, bold letters that look amazing across a mantle or party table.

Supplies

• 1 black cardstock
• 1 orange cardstock
• 1 letter stencils
• 1 string

Directions

1. Cut triangle pennants from cardstock.
2. Trace letters using stencils and decorate with little bats or stars.
3. Punch holes at the top corners.
4. Thread onto string and space evenly.

35. Halloween Dot Sticker Pumpkins

Easy and adorable—kids use dot stickers to make pumpkin “spots” and faces.

Supplies

• 1 dot stickers pack
• 1 orange cardstock
• 1 black marker

Directions

1. Cut pumpkin shapes from orange cardstock.
2. Let kids place dot stickers all over for texture.
3. Draw simple jack-o’-lantern faces with marker.
4. Add a paper stem at the top if you want.

36. Halloween Confetti “Shaker” Card

A cute card with a see-through window that shakes like a mini snow globe—Halloween style.

Supplies

• 1 clear sheet protector
• 1 Halloween confetti
• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 double-sided tape

Directions

1. Fold cardstock into a card.
2. Cut a window in the front panel (pumpkin, ghost, or circle).
3. Cut a piece of sheet protector slightly bigger than the window and tape behind it.
4. Create a foam-tape border to form a pocket, pour in confetti, then seal with cardstock backing.
5. Shake and decorate the front with stickers or marker.

37. Paper Cup Ghost Lantern

A simple lantern that glows with a battery tealight—so cute for a windowsill.

Supplies

• 12 white paper cups
• 1 black marker
• 12 LED tea lights

Directions

1. Turn a paper cup upside down.
2. Draw a ghost face on the side with marker.
3. Cut small oval holes for eyes if you want extra glow (adult help recommended).
4. Place an LED tea light under the cup and turn it on.

38. Halloween Sticker Crown

A wearable crown loaded with pumpkins, bats, and sparkly Halloween stickers.

Supplies

• 1 Halloween stickers pack
• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 tape runner

Directions

1. Cut a long strip of cardstock to fit around the child’s head.
2. Decorate with stickers (layer them for a bold look).
3. Add pointy “crown” triangles along the top edge if desired.
4. Tape ends together and adjust fit.

39. Witch Broom Craft (Paper)

A cute little broom that’s fun for pretend play and looks great on a bulletin board.

Supplies

• 50 craft sticks
• 1 brown construction paper
• 1 twine roll
• 1 tacky glue

Directions

1. Cut brown paper into a rectangle and fringe one long side into thin strips.
2. Wrap the uncut side around the bottom of a craft stick and glue.
3. Tie twine around the top of the fringe to form a broom head.
4. Fluff the fringe outward and let dry.

40. Paper Plate Moon + Bat Silhouette

A high-contrast moon scene that looks fancy but is very kid-friendly.

Supplies

• 1 paper plates
• 1 yellow washable paint
• 1 black construction paper
• 1 glue sticks

Directions

1. Paint the plate yellow (or pale orange) and let dry.
2. Cut bat silhouettes from black paper.
3. Glue bats across the moon in a flying pattern.
4. Add tiny stars with white paint dots if you want.

41. Halloween “Eye” Paper Rings

Wearable googly eye rings that kids love showing off.

Supplies

• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 googly eyes assortment
• 1 glue dots

Directions

1. Cut thin strips of cardstock and wrap around a finger to size.
2. Glue ends to form a ring.
3. Stick on one big googly eye using glue dots.
4. Add eyelids or lashes with marker for extra personality.

42. Halloween Character Lacing Cards

Great for fine motor skills—kids “sew” around a pumpkin or ghost with yarn.

Supplies

• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 hole punch
• 1 yarn pack

Directions

1. Draw a large pumpkin/ghost/bat shape on cardstock and cut it out.
2. Punch holes around the edge, evenly spaced.
3. Cut a length of yarn and tape the end to make a “needle.”
4. Lace in and out through the holes to outline the shape.
5. Tie off and trim yarn.

43. “Spooky Cute” Monster Collage Faces

Kids create their own monster characters with big smiles and mismatched eyes.

Supplies

• 1 construction paper pack
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 glue sticks
• 1 washable markers set

Directions

1. Cut a big face shape from bright paper (green, purple, orange).
2. Glue on mismatched googly eyes and paper teeth.
3. Add horns, hair, or extra arms using paper scraps.
4. Draw patterns (spots, stitches, stripes) with markers.
5. Give it a funny name at the bottom.

44. Halloween Leaf Rubbing Bats

Turn leaf rubbings into bat wings—cute and seasonal.

Supplies

• 1 black crayons
• 1 white paper pad
• 1 googly eyes

Directions

1. Place a leaf under paper.
2. Rub with a crayon sideways to reveal the texture.
3. Make two rubbings and cut them into wing shapes.
4. Glue wings onto a small paper “bat body.”
5. Add googly eyes and tiny fangs.

45. Halloween Paper Doll Dress-Up (Costume Set)

A fun set of paper costumes kids can mix and match (witch, vampire, pumpkin).

Supplies

• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 washable markers set
• 1 kid-safe scissors

Directions

1. Draw a simple paper doll on cardstock and cut out.
2. Draw costume pieces separately (cape, hat, pumpkin suit, mask).
3. Color and cut each outfit piece.
4. Add small folded tabs to the sides so outfits “hold” on the doll.
5. Switch costumes and create a whole Halloween fashion show.

46. Halloween Pom-Pom Garland (Candy Colors)

A cute garland that looks trendy and cozy in photos.

Supplies

• 60 orange/black/white pom-poms
• 1 black yarn
• 1 plastic yarn needle

Directions

1. Thread yarn needle with black yarn.
2. String pom-poms in a repeating pattern (orange/white/black).
3. Leave a few inches of yarn between each pom-pom for a modern look.
4. Tie loops at both ends for hanging.

47. Jack-o’-Lantern Paper Weaving

A weaving craft that creates cool stripes and looks extra “crafty cute.”

Supplies

• 1 orange construction paper
• 1 black construction paper
• 1 kid-safe scissors
• 1 glue sticks

Directions

1. Fold orange paper in half and cut slits (don’t cut through the edges).
2. Cut black paper into strips.
3. Weave strips over/under through the slits to create a pattern.
4. Glue strip ends on the back to secure.
5. Cut into a pumpkin shape and add a stem.

48. Halloween Mask Decorating Station (DIY Masks)

Kids start with a simple base and turn it into whatever they want—cat, bat, monster, pumpkin.

Supplies

• 12 blank mask templates
• 1 washable markers set
• 1 glue sticks
• 1 googly eyes
• 1 elastic string

Directions

1. Let kids color the mask template with markers.
2. Add googly eyes, paper teeth, and fun shapes with glue.
3. Poke side holes and tie on elastic.
4. Try them on, then add extra details where needed.

49. Halloween “Trick or Treat” Canvas Art (Kid Paint)

Bold, simple lettering with Halloween colors—great for a keepsake wall piece.

Supplies

• 1 pack 8x10 canvas panels
• 1 washable paint set
• 1 paint sponges set
• 1 letter stencils

Directions

1. Paint a background using sponges (orange-to-purple sunset looks awesome).
2. Let dry fully.
3. Use stencils to add “TRICK OR TREAT” in black.
4. Dot on stars, bats, or a moon once the letters dry.

50. Halloween “Boo Basket” Name Tag Craft

Kids create cute tags to attach to treat buckets, boo baskets, or party favor bags.

Supplies

• 1 cardstock pack
• 1 Halloween stickers
• 1 hole punch
• 1 ribbon pack

Directions

1. Cut tag shapes (pumpkin, ghost, bat, candy corn) from cardstock.
2. Write names in bold marker and add stickers around the edges.
3. Punch a hole at the top.
4. Thread ribbon through and tie onto a basket or bag.

FAQ

What are the easiest options for toddlers?

Sticker scenes, dot sticker pumpkins, and thumbprint ghosts are great because they’re quick and don’t require precise cutting.

Having washable markers and glue sticks on hand keeps things low-stress.

How do I keep crafts from getting too messy?

Choose paper-based projects, use washable paints, and set up one tray per kid. If you’re doing anything paint-heavy, a cheap plastic tablecloth makes cleanup much faster.

What crafts double as Halloween decorations?

The glow ghost garland, pom-pom garland, paper plate lanterns, and banners are especially easy to display.

Anything on cardstock also looks great taped to a wall as an instant “kid art gallery.”

Can these be used for a classroom party?

Yes—look for minimal dry time and fewer steps: paper plate masks, dot sticker pumpkins, cupcake liner spiders, and puppet crafts are classroom-friendly.

What’s a good “craft night” plan?

Pick one quick craft (stickers or thumbprints), one slightly longer craft (garland or weaving), and one take-home item (mask, crown, or ornament).

That keeps attention high without dragging.

Halloween Crafts

Halloween crafts are the perfect mix of silly and special—kids get to make something festive, and you get adorable seasonal keepsakes.

If you’re stocking up once, a few basics like googly eyes, construction paper, and washable paint will cover a huge chunk of these ideas.

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